humanity

Humanity topics include pieces on the real lives of chefs, professionals, amateurs, inspiring youth, influencers, and general feel good human stories in the Feast food sphere.

Why Calabria Food Fest Is More Than a Food Festival
I’ve worked in digital marketing long enough to recognize patterns. Food festivals, especially, tend to follow a familiar script: vendors, crowds, photos, a weekend of activity—and then silence until the next edition.
By Anthony Neal Macri12 days ago in Feast
Fun Facts About Popcorn
There are over 50 fun facts about popcorn, the popular snack loved by children and adults. All the popcorn trivia is interesting, but my favorite fun fact is that the popcorn sold in theaters around the world today was once banned in movie theaters.
By Margaret Minnicks15 days ago in Feast
When Tipping Turns From Gratitude Into Guilt
Tipping was originally intended as a simple gesture of appreciation, a voluntary way for customers to say "thank you" for good service. Over time, however, that gesture has evolved into something far more complicated, and for many diners, far more uncomfortable. What was once gratitude has increasingly turned into guilt, obligation, and even judgment. Few phrases capture this shift better than the often-repeated refrain: "If you can't leave a good tip, then stay home." While it may be said casually, the sentiment behind it is neither fair nor constructive.
By Debbie16 days ago in Feast
Best Time to Eat a Salad
A salad is a combination of several ingredients mixed together. Many combinations are served in homes and in restaurants. A vegetable salad may include one or more types of lettuce as its main ingredient. There are also fruit salads.
By Margaret Minnicksabout a month ago in Feast
December 27 is National Fruitcake Day
Fruitcake is also known as a Christmas cake. December 27 is National Fruitcake Day. Fruitcake is a dried-fruit-laden dessert cake that is typically enjoyed around Christmas, but rarely eaten outside the holiday season. In fact, it is one of those items that is only in the grocery stores during the Christmas holiday.
By Margaret Minnicksabout a month ago in Feast
My Tous les Jours Trip. Top Story - December 2025.
As someone who lives in a rural area, I don't get the chance to visit fancy restaurants or bakeries that often. So, when a friend told me about a French-Asian bakery that's less than an hour away, I knew I had to check it out and grab some pictures for social media. Tous les Jours ended up providing an immersive experience that went above and beyond my expectations--although I did leave with a few reservations.
By Kaitlin Shanksabout a month ago in Feast
Topics To Avoid During Christmas Dinner Conversations
Dinner table conversation with friends and relatives is one of the most rewarding elements of any holiday gathering, but it's important to keep certain guidelines in mind to avoid making other guests feel uncomfortable.
By Margaret Minnicksabout a month ago in Feast
5 Foods that Taste Better the Next Day
Lately I’ve started to make more food than I need so that I can enjoy the leftovers the next day. It’s time efficient and works well with my busy schedule. What I didn’t expect to find was that somehow certain foods tasted better the next day rather than on the day they were cooked. The flavours seem deeper, the textures mode delicate, and the overall quality of the dish wasn’t altered. Here are 5 foods that I’ve noticed tasted better the next day.
By Dave's Your Uncle!2 months ago in Feast
Popular Food Pairings
Some foods taste like they were made to be eaten together. While each food can be eaten and enjoyed on its own, some foods are better when paired with another food. The following food combinations might be a tradition in your family.
By Margaret Minnicks2 months ago in Feast
Is Cheese as Addictive as Drugs?
According to Dr. Neal Barnard, nutrition researcher, author, and adjunct professor at the George Washington University School of Medicine, cheese can be addictive. He believes it so much that he wrote an entire book on the subject called The Cheese Trap. In the book, Barnard says that cheese contains some of the same addictive ingredients as some drugs, and he even refers to cheese as “dairy crack.”
By Margaret Minnicks2 months ago in Feast
The Comfort of Christmas
There’s something about Christmas cooking that feels different from any other time of the year. Maybe it’s the cold weather outside, or the soft glow of lights wrapped around the living room, or the fact that December is the one month when everyone finally slows down.
By abualyaanart2 months ago in Feast
How to Keep Your Pets Calm and Safe During Christmas Celebrations: A Holiday Safety Guide
How to Keep Your Pets Calm and Safe During Christmas Celebrations: A Holiday Safety Guide Warm family get-togethers, festive music, sparkling lights, and exquisitely decorated homes are all part of the wonderful holiday season. While we enjoy Christmas, our pets may experience unanticipated stress and danger. The noise, visitors, food, and decorations associated with holiday celebrations can overwhelm dogs, cats, and even small pets like birds or rabbits.
By Farida Kabir2 months ago in Feast